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Air Brakes Training
Course Length: 20 minutes
Intended Audience:Any CMV driver operating a vehicle equipped with air brakes.
Overview:
Improper brake adjustment is the most common reason tractor-trailers are placed out of service. Brake violations in general are among the most common vehicle violations written at the roadside. These defects and failures shouldn't happen with a well-maintained and regularly inspected vehicle. A professional CMV driver must ensure the brakes are working properly before every trip.
Air Brakes Training is designed to help drivers understand how the brake system works, how to properly inspect the brake system, and how to use brakes correctly so they don't wear too fast or fail when needed most.
Objectives:
After completing this course, learnrs will be le to:
- Explain air brake systems and how they work
- Describe how to inspect the brake system
- Explain how to use brakes correctly to prevent early wear and failure
Outline
The J. J. Keller Air Brakes Training covers the following topics:
Introduction
- Introduction
- What You'll Learn
Components and Systems
- Components
- Parking Brakes
- Emergency Brakes
- Service Brakes
- Wheel Components
How it Works and How to Use
- Releasing Parking Brakes
- Applying the parking brakes
- Applying Service Brakes
- Air Leak Safety Features
Inspection
- Component Inspections
- System Check
Conclusion
Regulations Covered: 49 CFR Subpart C to Part 393
Copyright Date: 2021
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